Out of the ballpark Meaning in English
expression
Definition
This expression means that something was done exceptionally well, far beyond what was expected. It originally comes from baseball, where hitting a ball 'out of the ballpark' is a very impressive achievement.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in the US, informal and positive. Often used to praise someone's work, performance, or idea that far exceeds expectations. Similar to 'knock it out of the park.' Not usually used for negative outcomes or small achievements.
Example Sentences
You did an out of the ballpark job on this project!
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Her performance was out of the ballpark last night.
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That idea was totally out of the ballpark!
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Wow, your presentation was out of the ballpark—everyone loved it!
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She really knocked it out of the ballpark with her new design.
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Their solution to the problem was out of the ballpark compared to anything else we've seen.
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